For researchers

For researchers

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is a Commonwealth reserve under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is Aboriginal land, jointly managed by its traditional owners Anangu and the Director of National Parks. You will need to apply for a permit or approval to carry out scientific research, including archaeological and anthropological research, in this reserve. Depending on the nature and type of research you wish to conduct, you may need several permits.

Please answer all five questions below to determine which permits you require to conduct your research in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

1. Are you proposing to undertake scientific research inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park?

If Yes, you will need a permit issued under Part 12 of the EPBC Regulations. Please complete the application form above.

2. Will your research involve the collection of biological resources from the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park?

If Yes, you will need a permit issued under Part 8A of the EPBC Regulations. You do not need to complete a separate application if you are using the above application form. If you are collecting samples for commercial purposes, you will also need to enter into a benefit sharing agreement.

the action is done inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and is authorised under a management plan for the park (please email uluru.info@environment.gov.au to see if this applies to your research) or

the species you propose to impact upon is listed as threatened under the EPBC Act and the action is undertaken in accordance with a recovery plan that is in force (please email EPBC.permits@environment.gov.au to see if this applies to your research).

4. Do you propose to import or export wildlife?

5. Will your research be done in the Northern Territory but outside the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park?

If Yes, please contact the Northern Territory Government to see what permits you may need under Northern Territory law. Please go to Wildlife Permits or call the Parks and Wildlife Commission on +61 8 8999 4795.